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KP05 LGU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

150,119 mi
Last recorded150,119 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 LGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 150,119 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 140,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 131,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 120,538 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 111,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Tread Depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Tread Depth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 111,300 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Tread Depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Tread Depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 103,435 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 92,040 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 92,040 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 74,254 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2017 56,771 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 35,045 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 28,951 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 27,465 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 25,896 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 21,993 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,659 miles

Parking brake adjustment required

Pass 16 May 2009 14,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

sill guards, splash guards and undercarrage trays fitted giving limited access to prescribed areas

Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,665 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clk?

Based on 1,410,029 MOT tests across 83,874 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,986
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
83,874
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,319
coil spring broken 19,719
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16,744
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,943
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,136
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KP05 LGU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 75,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP05 LGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clk typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP05 LGU registered?

KP05 LGU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is KP05 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 LGU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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